Introduction to Computer Networks and Cybersecurity

Introduction to

Computer

Networks

If a network is not secure, how valuable is it? Introduction to Computer Networks and

Cybersecurity takes an integrated approach to networking and cybersecurity, highlighting the

interconnections between the two to help you understand the complex design issues in modern

networks. It examines the motivation and methods of cyber attacks and explains what you can do

to protect the networks and the applications that run on them. Featuring a wealth of pedagogical

features, this full-color textbook is ideal for one- or two-semester courses in computer networks,

cybersecurity, or a hybrid of both.

—Tim Watson, Cyber Security Centre, De Montfort University, UK

treated at that level of detail.”

—Phil Janson, EPFL (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Lausanne), Switzerland

“... one-stop shopping ... . Based on their industrial experience the authors selected the most

important topics of both areas and created a text that can be used to learn about issues of network

security while catching up on necessary details of computer networks.”

—Aleksander Malinowski, Bradley University, Illinois, USA

“... an invaluable resource for students at all levels ... . It also serves as an excellent reference in

cybersecurity for professionals in this fast-evolving and critical field.”

—Simon Y. Foo, Florida State University, USA

“... provides important insights into how to enjoy a better and secure Internet life—it is a must read.”

“A very flexible textbook, suitable for a number of different types of lectures.”

—Peter Palensky, Austrian Institute of Technology, Vienna

Chwan-Hwa (John) Wu

J. David Irwin